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USA Today
a day ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Panthers 2025 training camp tracker: Top takeaways and observations from Day 5
The Carolina Panthers, for the first time this summer, have thrown on the pads. Here are the top takeaways and observations from Monday's (partially heated) outing of training camp . . . Activated Before the start of practice, the Panthers officially activated defensive lineman Bobby Brown III and punter Sam Martin from the active/non-football injury list. Both Brown and Martin were dealing with minor hamstring injuries. They are now cleared to return to the field. T-Mac hits back Rookie wideout Tetairoa McMillan was bested by starting cornerback Mike Jackson during one-on-one drills at Saturday's session. But the eighth overall pick got his lick back on the veteran this morning . . . Head coach Dave Canales talked about McMillan's breakaway speed. "He plays fast," Canales told reporters. "That was kinda going back to his film from Arizona. His play speed is what you look at. And yes, we take into consideration what the 40 time looks like. He ran a 4.5. He's fast. But he's a tall guy. And a lot of times, those guys, their stride builds up as they get going—in particular when he's running across the field. He can pretty much separate and run away from anybody, regardless of what the 40 time says." Quarterback Bryce Young then talked about McMillan's spectacular catch. "Yeah, that was a great job of him going and tracking the ball," Young stated. "It was great coverage, and that's the league. It's gonna be a lot of great corners out there, a lot of contested catches. It was a great job by T-Mac understanding leverage, fighting pressure with pressure, fading out at the last moment." McMillan also notched a few more impressive grabs, putting a stamp on what was his best showing of the summer. Still hunting McMillan wasn't the only receiver who shined on Monday. Veteran Hunter Renfrow also turned heads, continuing his standout offseason with another strong day. Renfrow, however, knows his journey to the initial 53-man roster is far from over. The former Pro Bowler praised his fellow wideouts. "We have a bunch of different personalities, bunch of different ages. But amazing," he said. "I think we have a really good group, I think we have a really talented group. It's the deepest I've ever been around. We have seven or eight guys that can comfortably go out there and play and a lot of young guys that are proving they can. "And so, it just pushes you. It pushes you every day. I think the Bible talks about iron sharpening iron—and that's what it is. And hopefully, we can do that every day and then the other people we have out there can see that and be inspired from that and make every day the best we can." Canales, who lauded Renfrow for his work again on Monday, did not rule out using the 29-year-old as a returner moving forward. Top observations Follow @ThePanthersWire on Twitter/X for more Panthers content.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Spurs' Dylan Harper flaunts new Nike signature logo
The post Spurs' Dylan Harper flaunts new Nike signature logo appeared first on ClutchPoints. With the incoming 2025 Rookie draft class getting their first taste of action at NBA Summer League, it's the perfect opportunity for players to showcase their skills and make their case for a prominent role on their respective squads. It's also time for sponsors to notice an incoming crop of young talent, signing deals left and right for the future of their brands. Recently, San Antonio Spurs' top pick Dylan Harper revealed his own signature logo with Nike. Check our Sneakers news for more upcoming releases and breaking content! Dylan Harper first signed on with Nike alongside Rutgers' teammate Ace Bailey back in 2024 as an NIL deal. It's easy to imagine that Harper will sign a new deal once officially in the NBA, but for now he's been rocking the Nike GT Cut in a Spurs' PE colorway. Furthermore, Harper unveiled his own personal logo on the sneakers for the first time. Dylan Harper's Nike Logo This particular Nike GT Cut appears in a clean white ensemble, complete with silver metallic accents to complement the Spurs' color scheme. Nice touches are added with the icy translucent outsole and the orange lace tips, but the star of the show here is Harper's logo featured for the first time on a sneaker. The logo features a 'D' disrupted by an electrical current, reminiscent of the way Harper appears when he's got the ball in his hands. It's still unknown whether this will extend to a signature sneaker or not, but Harper can make a case with his play on the court this season. Making his rookie debut during Summer League, Harper impressed with 16 points and six rebounds in just 20 minutes of action. He showed a great ability to cut through defenses and get to the rim, showing off the athleticism that made him to No. 2 overall pick. Related: Mystics' Sonia Citron rocks new Nike Ja 3 for WNBA All-Star Related: Wings' Paige Bueckers debuts new Nike sneakers at All-Star Weekend
New York Post
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
‘X-Men' star Shawn Ashmore, wife break silence on friend who was brutally murdered by top Hollywood exec's son
Actor Shawn Ashmore and his wife have broken their silence on the horrific 2023 murder of their close friend, who was killed by her husband — the son of a top Hollywood executive. Samuel Bond Haskell IV, who dismembered Mei Li Haskell and her parents two years ago, committed suicide in jail just days before a court hearing related to the case, according to the LA District Attorney's Office. Haskell's death was announced hours before he was due to appear in court Monday for a preliminary hearing in his murder case, officials said. 6 Actor Shawn Ashmore and his wife have broken their silence on the horrific 2023 murder of their close friend. @danarashmore/Instagram The suspected killer, 37, appeared to have committed suicide in his cell, with his body discovered Saturday morning. Now, the 'X-Men' star, 45, and his wife Dana Wasdin, 42, have spoken out, telling TMZ that they feel 'a bit of closure' following the news of Haskell's death. 'Our hearts are heavy, but we feel some small sense of peace knowing there is finally a bit of closure,' the pair told the outlet. 'We are mourning the loss of an extraordinary mother, someone who poured her entire heart into her three boys and never stopped putting them first.' 6 Samuel Bond Haskell IV dismembered his wife Mei Li Haskell and her parents two years ago. Los Angeles Times via Getty Images The 'Rookie' star had been working alongside authorities as a representative for their friend, the outlet adds. As a result, he and his wife have remained tight-lipped about the case until now. The couple, who have been married since 2012, struck up a close friendship with Mei Li, 37, three years ago after their children became friends at school. 'She was so generous, so kind, so loving,' Dana told the outlet. 'She's someone that never deserved this.' 6 The 'X-Men' star, 45, and his wife have spoken out, saying they feel 'a bit of closure' following the news of Haskell's death. FilmMagic for Los Angeles Magazine 6 Mei Li and her parents, Gaoshan Li, 72, and 64-year-old Yanxiang Wang, were murdered in 2023. AP Haskell's father is an Emmy-winning producer and Hollywood agent, serving high-profile clients including George Clooney, Whoopi Goldberg, Dolly Parton and Kathie Lee Gifford. In 2023, Haskell was accused of murdering Mei Li and her parents, Gaoshan Li, 72, and 64-year-old Yanxiang Wang, at their home in the Los Angeles suburb of Tarzana, where he lived with his wife and three children. He tossed their dismembered body parts in an Encino trash bin, where his wife's remains were later discovered, cops said. 6 Ashmore and his wife struck up a close friendship with Mei Li, 37, three years ago. Samuel Haskell Jr/Tumblr The remains of Haskell's in-laws have never been recovered and his death has deprived their loved ones of discovering the truth about what happened. All three family members were last seen alive Nov. 6, 2023. Start your day with all you need to know Morning Report delivers the latest news, videos, photos and more. Thanks for signing up! Enter your email address Please provide a valid email address. By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Never miss a story. Check out more newsletters On Nov. 7, Haskell IV allegedly hired four-day laborers to haul off several heavy black plastic trash bags from the six-bedroom home, which are speculated to contain body parts He allegedly told the workers the 50-pound bags contained rocks, but the suspicious men stopped their truck a block away from his home and made the disturbing discovery. 6 Haskell tossed their dismembered body parts in an Encino trash bin, where his wife's remains were later discovered, cops said. KTLA The day laborers returned the bags and money while Haskell told the crew the bags were filled with Halloween props, according to an interview with KNBC. Haskell IV was arrested at a shopping mall nearby and was charged with his wife's and in-laws' murders on Nov. 8.
Time of India
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Superman star Nathan Fillion defends his character's haircut after fan uproar on social media
Nathan Fillion , the Superman star, has defended his character's iconic hairstyle in the movie after his look faced criticism from fans. The actor plays the DC Comics character Guy Gardner , a law enforcer who is also the Green Lantern, in the new Superman film, which was released on Friday, July 11, 2025. He plays the role of a superhero who derives powers from his sparkling green ring. Fillion wears a blonde bowl cut wig. As various teasers and trailers were released ahead of the film's release, viewers and fans have said that they don't like this hairstyle. The 'Rookie' actor, however, has now come out in defense of the haircut. He told CNN that the look is 'canon' to the original character in the DC Comics. 'I don't think you can do a Guy Gardner without doing the hair. I think it would be a disservice,' he said. ''Ummm, Guy Gardner is meant to look dumb with the bowl cut,' I don't care it still looks dumb,' one wrote in December 2024, according to Independent. While another wrote on X at the time: 'Hyped for Nathan Fillion as a Lantern, but a bowl cut?' 'Wtf happened to Green Lantern. Why is his haircut so ridiculous?' a third wrote in May. Many people, however, agreed that the bowl cut was a big part of Fillion's character. 'Guy Gardner's Green Lantern looks terrible in the exact way he should. Comic accurate,' one wrote on X in December 2024. In an episode of HBO Max's DC Studios Showcase Official Podcast in May 2025, Fillion said that the hairstyle of his character was discussed before the movie was filmed. He, however, ultimately pushed for Gardner to have the bowl cut. Live Events 'There was some talk about some different types of things we were going to go,' he said. 'I was team bowl cut the whole way. It's canon. It's set. I said, 'If we don't do a bowl cut, we're going to hear about it,' he added.'
CNN
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
‘Superman' star Nathan Fillion staunchly defends his character's extreme hairstyle: ‘I was team bowl cut the whole way'
Chances are you've seen the promos for the new 'Superman' movie and wondered, 'What the heck is going on with Nathan Fillion's hair?!' The 'Rookie' actor is featured in the new DC Studios extravaganza as Guy Gardner, one of the comic book characters who is elected to a position of intergalactic law enforcer known as a Green Lantern (yes – like the Green Lantern that Ryan Reynolds portrayed in the 2011 film). In the new 'Superman' movie, just as in the pages of the comics, Guy rocks a severe bowl cut, complete with a mop of blondish bangs. Fillion was on hand at the 'Superman' premiere in Hollywood earlier this week, where he was quick to defend the very unique (for a grown man, and definitely a superhero, at least) haircut, which some might feel doesn't translate seamlessly from page to screen. Reminding us that the hairstyle is 'canon' to the original comics, Fillion told CNN, 'I don't think you can do a Guy Gardner without doing the hair. I think it would be a disservice.' Adding that the look is 'integral to the character,' Fillion pointed out that it even may clue viewers in to Gardner's specific brand of bravado: 'If you see a guy walking down the street with a bowl cut, that guy clearly doesn't give a damn what you think about him. And that's Guy Gardner.' Indeed, Fillion's Gardner is one of the many characters who provides brashness and comic levity to 'Superman' – somehow he gets by throughout the entire film with only Lois Lane (Rachel Brosnahan) making one (much-needed) crack about his coif. 'I embrace the bowl cut,' he also said this week. 'There was some talk about trying different hairstyles, and I was team bowl cut the whole way.' And while the haircut didn't pose too much of a problem for Fillion on the set of the new tentpole, something else about portraying the Green Lantern did prove challenging. 'Flying is so fun to watch, it's fun to do, but the harnesses that you have to wear, they're not built for comfort,' he shared. 'They're claustrophobic, they're very constricting, they're uncomfortable. I had a fist-sized purple bruise on my kidney from one.' He added that the physical discomfort notwithstanding, he considers himself to be 'very very picky about flight in film, so it was extremely important to me to get it right. That was a challenge.' Fillion has worked repeatedly with 'Superman' director James Gunn, ever since starring in Gunn's gross-out horror comedy 'Slither' in 2006. Next year, Fillion will be reprise the role of Guy Gardner in a DC-based TV series titled 'Lanterns,' costarring Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre and co-executive produced by Gunn. 'Superman' debuts in theaters on July 11. The film is distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, which is owned by CNN's parent company.
